1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Proton Persona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1996 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Proton Persona | |
Make | Cadillac | Proton |
Model | Seville | Persona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |